![]() Some Mexicans say crossing Halloween elements with sugar skull makeup is cultural appropriation How to Use Day of the Dead Costumes Without Appropriation But as Mexican-American Beauty entrepreneur Regina Merson says, like many others, it’s a fine line between appreciation and appropriation when it comes to Day of the Dead makeup… and many easily cross it. The imagery was inspired by artist Jose Guadalupe Posada’s satirical depiction of a rich skeleton, printed in a newspaper in the early 20 th century.Īrtist Judith Bautista argues that celebrating deceased loved ones on Dia de los Muertos is ‘not about being exclusive.’ “This is a topic that can be relatable to anybody… Those who wish to partake just have to do so with respect and knowledge.”Ĭertainly, most Mexican we talked to agreed that it’s a cultural tradition to share. ![]() La Secretaría de Cultura pide explicación a las marcas #Zara, #Anthropologie y #Patowl por apropiación cultural en diversos diseños textilesĭetalles □ /reD6vzecNh- Secretaría de Cultura May 29, 2021īut many Mexicans argue Day of the Dead makeup is not cultural because its origins aren’t grounded in indigenous tradition. The Minister of Culture argues that each community gets to say whether their culture is being appropriated or not. Mexico’s government has blazed the fire by publicly demanding that several high-profile brands, such as Zara, acknowledge and pay for culturally appropriating indigenous patterns (more on that below). There is a divide on how to define what is ‘cultural appropriation versus ‘culture appreciation.’ This line is especially blurred when talking about wearing artisanal souvenirs and iconic patterns from other cultures. Some say it brings positive awareness to a marginalized group.īut in recent years, there has been fierce debate over cultural appropriation. Most are delighted to share their culture and beliefs. If you ask Mexicans how they feel about seeing Day of the Dead makeup on faces around the world… it depends on who you ask.
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